Lot 257 , A Zenith 2½ day ships chronometer, with 6in. case and larger outer travelling case

A Zenith 2 1/2 day ship's chronometer, with label from N.V. Observator of Rotterdam listing the ship as Spalmatori Engineer, with 6in. case and larger outer travelling case
Estimate £600-800

Outer travelling case with some scratches and wear marks but essentially good order, leather straps still intact, chromed catch a little rusted, main case to the instrument in good clean condition with a few light surface scratches, and some oxidisation to the metal work, inside the lid the Zenith label is rather spotted, lacquered brass work around the dial is all pitted and oxidised, dial in good clean condition, but movement not going.


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Sold for £770